Animal Crossing: New Horizons
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PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store's top downloads for February 2026 show Resident Evil Requiem leading sales on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. The article also details hardware sales figures for various consoles, with the Nintendo Switch family of consoles dominating overall unit sales.
Japanese Charts: Resident Evil Requiem Scares Off The Competition
Resident Evil Requiem debuted at the top of the Japanese sales charts, selling over 155,000 units on PlayStation 5 and over 38,000 on Nintendo Switch. Tokyo Xtreme Racer also made a strong debut on PlayStation 5, while Mario Tennis Fever slipped out of the top three. The Nintendo Switch family of consoles continued to dominate hardware sales in Japan.
New Research Proves What We Already Knew: Women Are Underserved By Game Industry
New research from Ampere Analysis indicates that women constitute 48% of the gaming market, yet often cite a lack of suitable games and toxic communities as barriers. While games like The Sims 4 and Animal Crossing: New Horizons are popular for their customization options, they can also feature expensive DLC and monetization schemes. Despite slow progress, some titles like Apex Legends have shown improvements in inclusivity, though challenges with player communities and business practices persist.
As Animal Crossing players look to move en masse to Pokopia, one mega fan has instead built an entire island complete with its own lore dedicated to Ditto
A dedicated fan has created an elaborate island in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, named Dittonga, as a tribute to the newly released Pokémon Pokopia and its character Ditto. The island features detailed lore and recreations of Pokémon characters, showcasing significant dedication beyond the typical player experience.
Pocket Camp is Shutting Down—Here’s What You Need to Know About the Transition and the Future of the Franchise – Geeky Sweetie
Nintendo announced that Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp will cease online services on October 31, 2024, transitioning to an offline version that preserves player progress. The decision is attributed to declining player engagement, server costs, and a potential shift in focus to new projects, including future Animal Crossing titles. Despite the closure of the mobile game, the Animal Crossing franchise remains popular, with Animal Crossing: New Horizons being a significant success on the Nintendo Switch.
Is Fields of Mistria the Ultimate Nostalgic Farming Sim for ’90s JRPG Fans? – Geeky Sweetie
Fields of Mistria is a cozy farming simulator that blends '90s JRPG nostalgia with modern mechanics, featuring pixel art reminiscent of Lunar Silver Star Story and Eternal Blue. It offers robust farming gameplay inspired by Harvest Moon and Stardew Valley, alongside inclusive customization options and PC/Steam Deck optimization. Despite a sometimes rushed time system and a daunting map, the game is praised for its community-driven development and heartfelt storytelling, earning a 4.5/5 rating.
Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal – Excited? Disappointed? A Little of Both. – Geeky Sweetie
The author expresses mixed feelings about the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, finding some new games exciting but lamenting the prevalence of remasters and ports. Disappointment is particularly noted regarding the lack of new cozy games like Animal Crossing, despite appreciation for the hardware improvements and features like voice chat. While still planning to preorder, the author hopes for more original and exclusive titles in the future.
Games Inbox: Is it worth buying a PS5 in 2026?
Readers discuss whether it's worth buying a PlayStation 5 in 2026, considering the potential release of the PlayStation 6 and the option of purchasing a Switch 2. Other topics include the appeal of extraction shooters like Marathon, the behavior of zombies in Resident Evil Requiem, and Nintendo's secretive approach to announcing new games for the Switch 2.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch 2 Edition review - Refurbished | TechStomper
This review of the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch 2 Edition highlights its ability to polish, preserve, and present the original game's wonder. The refurbished console offers the best possible experience for the beloved title.
Pokémon Pokopia | Critical Consensus
Pokémon Pokopia, a life-simulation spin-off, has received a critical consensus of 88, making it one of the highest-scoring Pokémon games. Developed by Koei Tecmo's Omega Force, the game blends sandbox elements from titles like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Minecraft with a unique Ditto-centric narrative. Critics praise its charming world-building and engaging gameplay loop, though some note minor issues with dialogue duplication and story-gating.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Getting 3.0 Update and Switch 2 Edition - NintendoFuse
Nintendo announced a free 3.0 update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, launching January 15, 2026, which includes new features like a resort hotel, expanded storage, and online island design capabilities. A "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition" of the game will also be released on the same date with enhanced visuals, improved controls, and expanded online play, available as a standalone purchase or an upgrade pack for existing owners.
Quiz: How well do you know Animal Crossing? | Quiz
This quiz tests your knowledge of the Animal Crossing series, covering trivia from its original release to the Nintendo Switch version. It aims to challenge fans on their familiarity with characters, features, and game mechanics.
How many video game cats can you name? | Quiz
This quiz challenges players to identify various cats featured in video games, from Animal Crossing villagers to Pokemon and characters in catsuits. The article highlights the prevalence of feline characters across different gaming titles.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch 2 Edition review – Refurbished
This review examines the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, describing it as a lovingly refurbished home rather than a reinvention. The updated version enhances the core life simulation experience with crisper visuals, richer colors, improved lighting, smoother animations, and faster load times, making it a more polished and definitive edition of the beloved game.
Pokemon Pokopia Review 🌳
Pokemon Pokopia is a creative spin-off game that blends elements of Dragon Quest Builders and Animal Crossing, offering players a vast world to build and explore. Players control Ditto, tasked with restoring forgotten lands and befriending Pokemon by building suitable habitats. The game features a massive list of collectibles, diverse landscapes, and a relaxing pace, though its sheer amount of content can feel overwhelming at times.
Pokémon Pokopia Review - IGN
Pokémon Pokopia is a life simulation and building game that successfully merges the two genres, allowing players to restore a ruined Kanto region as a Ditto. The game features charming Pokémon interactions, creative building mechanics, and a surprisingly deep narrative that appeals to longtime fans. Despite minor nitpicks with building precision and storage management, Pokopia offers an engaging and rewarding experience.
Pokémon Pokopia review - the essence of Pokémon gets a delightful twist
Pokémon Pokopia successfully captures the essence of the Pokémon franchise with a unique twist, blending elements of Animal Crossing and Minecraft. Players control a humanoid Ditto, utilizing transformation abilities to reshape the environment and build habitats for various Pokémon. The game features simulation mechanics like decoration, cooking, and crafting, with a day-night cycle that influences Pokémon appearances and strategic building decisions.
Pokemon Waves And Winds Creates A Big Question For Switch 2 This Year
With the announcement of Pokemon Waves and Winds for 2027, Nintendo faces a question about which exclusive game will anchor the Nintendo Switch 2's holiday season this year. The company president acknowledged weaker-than-expected overseas Switch 2 sales, highlighting the need for a strong exclusive title. Potential candidates include new entries in major franchises like Mario, Super Smash Bros., Mario Party, Luigi's Mansion, or even a Zelda remake, as the system currently lacks a major exclusive for the competitive holiday period.
Now Playing at SUPERJUMP: Issue 38
This article features updates from SUPERJUMP writers on various games they are currently playing. Topics range from returning to classic MMORPGs like Guild Wars and Final Fantasy on PC and Steam Deck, to enjoying modern titles such as Granblue Fantasy Relink, Powerwash Simulator 2, and Turbo Overkill on consoles. The writers also share their experiences with Animal Crossing: New Horizons and the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series.
PREVIEW Starsand Island
Starsand Island is a cozy life-simulation game where players return to their home island to escape city life. Despite a jarring start in its Early Access version, the game offers an enjoyable gameplay loop with various jobs like crafting, farming, and exploration, set on a beautiful, whimsical island. The preview highlights the game's potential, hoping for more story buildup in the final release.
